Men's Casual Bottoms

Discover M.J. Bale's collection of men's casual pants and trousers, including chinos, jeans and shorts for work, weekends and smart-casual occasions. Choose the right pair based on the dress code, season, fabric and fit. 

Find the Right Casual Pants

Chinos are a versatile choice for smart-casual dressing, pairing easily with shirts, polos, knitwear and blazers. For a more relaxed look, jeans work well with casual shirts, T-shirts and knitwear, while casual trousers offer a refined alternative when the occasion calls for something between denim and formal tailoring.

In warmer weather, choose men's shorts or lightweight linen and cotton trousers for a more breathable option.

How to Style Men's Casual Pants

For a polished smart-casual look, pair chinos with a shirt or polo and blazer. For weekends, combine jeans or casual trousers with knitwear, casual shirts or T-shirts.

Consider the occasion first, then choose your trousers by fabric, fit and colour to suit the rest of your outfit.

FAQs

Chinos are traditionally made from cotton twill and offer a versatile balance between casual and tailored dressing. Today, chinos can also be found in other constructions including textured dobby and lightweight cotton-stretch. Casual trousers can include a broader range of fabrics, textures and constructions, offering options from relaxed to more refined styles.

Yes. Chinos are a smart-casual staple that can be dressed up with a shirt and blazer or worn more casually with a polo, knitwear or T-shirt.

Chinos are typically made from cotton twill and create a cleaner, more tailored appearance, while jeans are made from denim and generally offer a more casual look. Both can work for smart-casual dressing depending on how they are styled. 

For Australian summer, choose linen or lightweight cotton pants and chinos for greater breathability. Men's shorts are another option for relaxed occasions and warmer days.

Chinos should sit comfortably at the waist without pulling and provide enough room through the seat and thigh for movement. At M.J. Bale offers Regular and Slim fits, with Regular providing more room through the seat and thigh, while Slim follows the leg more closely for a cleaner, more streamlined silhouette. Choose the fit according to your build and preferred silhouette.

Explore M.J. Bale Chino Fit Guide.